Indonesia

Indonesia (#42) Nasi Goreng (Fried Rice)

When I lived in Indonesia for six months during my college years, I lived on nasi goreng.  The difference between Indonesian fried rice and Chinese or Thai fried rice is the ketjap manis and the fried egg served on top of the rice.  Ketjap manis is a sweet soy sauce used in many Indonesian dishes.  I sautéed a mixture of garlic, shallots and Serrano chilis with jasmine rice, then added the ketjap manis and stir-fried for about 10 minutes.  Top with a fried egg and green onions, and serve with sliced cucumbers and tomatoes, for a healthy vegetarian dinner.